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The Bahama Coney (Mus Monax)

Mark Catesby

National Gallery of Art

This is an image of a small rodent surrounded by foliage and berries. The painting features a detailed depiction of a brown-furred rodent with a realistic texture and shading to show its fur and musculature. The rodent is shown on four legs with a slightly curved posture. Its tail extends out behind it, and its ears are perked attentively. Around the animal are branches of foliage with green leaves. Some branches have red berries, while others have blue flowers and buds. The background is minimalistic.

Artwork Details

Date
published 1754
Medium
etching and engraving with hand coloring on laid paper
Dimensions
4494 × 3389 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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